Sydney Walters
Mandan,ND
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Development and Outreach Specialist
Caring Transitions of ND SW
Mandan, ND
09.2025 - 08.2026
- Coordinated community outreach programs to raise awareness of services offered.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to expand service reach.
- Traveled throughout service area to educate community, met with people interested in receiving services and represented agency before wide range of professional constituencies.
- Managed social media campaigns to engage potential clients and families.
- Collaborated with team members to improve outreach strategies and processes.
- Provide exceptional customer service by answering client question, resolving concern, and ensuring a positive experience.
Social Worker
Augusta Place
Bismarck, USA
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Advocated for residents' needs through individualized support in long-term care setting
- Enhanced psychosocial well-being through counseling and engagement activities
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement care plans
- Guided residents and families in accessing healthcare services and resources
- Maintain detailed case documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA and facility policies
- Completed intake paperwork for new residents by completing required intake paperwork with residents and their families
Outpatient Services - Clinical Placement
Vocational Rehabilitation
Bismarck, USA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered vocational support to a client facing employment barriers, achieving successful job placement and retention
- Created reflections on clinical involvement and client interactions to enhance service delivery
- Shadowed Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to acquire best practices in client engagement
Inpatient Clinic - Clinical Placement
Altru Rehabilitation Hospital
Grand Forks, USA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Documented patient vitals and administered medications during daily assessments to support patient health
- Monitored daily patient care provided by nurses to understand best practices
- Applied academic knowledge to real-world clinical scenarios
- Compiled weekly clinical journals detailing observations to enhance learning
Paraprofessional
Winship Elementary School
Grand Forks, USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported student in general education classroom, fostering individualized learning and academic growth
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities, increasing student engagement and promoting collaborative participation
- Prepared educational materials for classroom use and contributed to classroom projects, enhancing overall learning environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of North Dakota (UND)
Grand Forks, ND12-2023
Skills
- Partnership development
- Community engagement
- Social media management
- Client advocacy
- Care plan coordination
- Program evaluation
Campus Community Involvement
- Volunteer, Backpack Program, Grand Forks, ND, 10/01/22
- Volunteer, Custer Elementary Summer Program, Mandan, ND, 05/01/22, 08/01/22
Certifications Skills - Training Certifications
- Mandated Reporter Training, 11/01/22
- HIPAA Certification, 09/01/22
- First-aid/CPR, 04/01/24
Related Experience
Paraprofessional, Winship Elementary School, Grand Forks, ND, 08/01/21, 05/01/22, Provided one-on-one support for a student in the general education classroom, Supported classroom activities and facilitated group participation, Prepared materials and assisted with classroom projects
Leadership Experience
Member, National Society of Leadership and Success, 08/01/21, 02/01/22, Attended goal-setting sessions and group workshops, Practiced leadership strategies for academic and career growth, Collaborated with peers to identify methods for achieving personal and professional goals
Timeline
Development and Outreach Specialist
Caring Transitions of ND SW
09.2025 - 08.2026
Social Worker
Augusta Place
01.2024 - 07.2025
Outpatient Services - Clinical Placement
Vocational Rehabilitation
09.2023 - 12.2023
Inpatient Clinic - Clinical Placement
Altru Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
Paraprofessional
Winship Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of North Dakota (UND)